YMCA Trinity Group – Accommodation ‘Inspiring communities, transforming young lives’

Permanent Assistant Engagement Officer - (Weekends – 16 Hours)

Job Reference – AEO-IPS-0726

Location Gibson Lodge, Ipswich, Suffolk

Make a Real Difference in Young Lives

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive? Join YMCA Trinity Group as an Assistant Engagement Officer and play a key role in creating a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for young residents.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Accommodation team, where you’ll help deliver engagement and intervention programmes tailored to the needs of young people. Working closely with Project Workers, you’ll plan activities and provide one-to-one support that encourages personal growth and independence.

If you are looking for a job that can make a significant difference in the lives of young people, this may be the position for you.

What We’re Looking For

• High standard of communication, people and organisational skills
• Proven ability to use IT software including Microsoft Office and online databases
• Ability to work within a reactive environment and stay calm when under pressure
• Able to work weekends.

Download the Job Description in full in the Job Advert on our website.

In accordance with safer recruitment processes many of the roles we recruit for require successful candidates to undertake an appropriate criminal record background check. If an offer of work is accepted, YMCA Trinity Group will facilitate these checks on behalf of our staff and volunteers via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Days and hours – 16 hours over weekends

What we offer

Annual salary £10,574.72 (£12.71 per hour)

• 5 weeks holiday & public holiday allowance, plus a paid day off for your birthday (Pro rata)
• Competitive rates of pay and company pension (NEST Scheme).
• Your DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid as part of your onboarding
• Supported induction, ongoing ‘on the job learning’, regular supervisions and internal progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support

At YMCA Trinity Group, we are committed to fostering a positive and rewarding work environment. We understand that the well-being and satisfaction of our staff and volunteers directly impact the quality of care and support we provide to our clients. We also value the vital contributions each individual makes in helping us achieve our mission.

We're a Disability Confident Employer and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including disabled candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Want to make a real difference and be part of a supportive team? Apply Now

Contact Us If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact our Accommodation Manager Lindsey Bartlett by e-mail Lindsey.Bartlett@ymcatrinity.org.uk

Additional Information

Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK.

Please note that we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV’s will not be considered as an application, merely an expression of interest.

Occasionally we fill a role sooner than expected, we reserve the right to withdraw vacancies before an advertised closing date. Early application is advised. An email will be sent to confirm receipt of applications, please contact us if you have a problem submitting your application.

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

Ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals is paramount to our mission. As such, we are committed to upholding rigorous safeguarding practices in all aspects of our work. Join us in making a meaningful difference while adhering to the highest standards of care and protection for those we serve

Visit ymcatrinitygroup.org.uk to view our current work and volunteering opportunities